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Hello Members!

I know everyone is excited about our
upcoming WAD mid-term in Europe. Prague
is a beautiful city with lots of history and a lot
to see. It will be the first time in Europe since
the pandemic. Our last time was in Stockholm,
Sweden. I am sure everyone remembers how
wonderful that meeting was.

Our meetings are the lifeblood of our VICE PRESIDENT
organization. Meeting like minded
professionals throughout the world is not just
part of our mission but, a value to the entire
organization. When we socialize, network,
and learn, we realize the value to being a
member. Such activities also create lifelong
friendships and associations that are truly
cherished.

Being a member of WAD is being a member
of an exclusive group of investigators
and security professionals throughout the
world. Like any organization, our members
are what make us the organization we For those who may not be aware, the Board of Directors decided that the Centennial
are. Our meetings, organization activities, will be in Paris, France. This is quite the announcement as WAD has never held a
rules, education efforts, this magazine, bus meeting in Paris. We are all excited to celebrate our 100th anniversary in the city of
tours, cocktail hours, lunches, banquets, lights. I hope that those of you who do not regularly show to in person meetings will
networking, and history all add to the value consider traveling to this important event.
of being a member.
The Officers and WAD Board are committed to providing a superior event for the
As we approach our centennial, consider members. We hope that each of you will start your planning now. See you soon!
what we have accomplished and what
we can accomplish in the future. Although
the organization may take credit for those
achievements, they are only accomplished Wes Bearden
by the hard dedicated work of the members
of our organization.
2nd Vice President

“When you look at the dark side, careful you must be.

For the dark side looks back”

YODA

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